Georgia's Artisan Heritage
Georgia's craft heritage combines Southern traditions with Native American and African American influences. The state's diverse landscape, from the Appalachian Mountains to the coastal plains, has shaped distinct regional craft traditions.
Traditional Crafts
Centuries of artisanal excellence
Local Artisans
Skilled craftspeople
Unique Products
Handcrafted with care
Cultural Heritage
Georgia's craft traditions include Cherokee basketry, African American quilting, and Southern pottery. The state's rich clay deposits fostered a stron...
Georgia's craft traditions include Cherokee basketry, African American quilting, and Southern pottery. The state's rich clay deposits fostered a strong pottery tradition, particularly around the folk pottery center of Mossy Creek.
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Traditional Crafts
Notable Products
Face-jug pottery, sweetgrass baskets, Cherokee crafts, quilts, and contemporary interpretations of traditional Southern crafts represent Georgia's artisanal diversity.
Artisan Opportunities
The Georgia Council for the Arts and numerous craft organizations support artisans. The Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia and other institutions preserve and promote traditional crafts.
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